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      "code": "EWR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Newark",
      "fullCity": "Newark, New Jersey",
      "airport": "Liberty Intl Airport"
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      "code": "PTY",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Panama City",
      "fullCity": "Panama City, Panama",
      "airport": "Tocumen Intl Airport"
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      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "The flight from Newark to Panama City covers about 2,210 miles and typically takes 5 hours 15 minutes. The return leg averages 5 hours 2 minutes, making the outbound direction slightly longer.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Yes, United operates daily nonstop flights from Newark (EWR) to Panama City (PTY), with four departures a day — typically at 14:45, 15:09, 23:51, and 23:55 — totaling 28 flights per week. The flight takes about 5 hours and 15 minutes southbound and roughly 5 hours on the return.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.",
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      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Panama City?",
        "answer": "From Tocumen International Airport, the fastest and most-used option is a taxi or ride-share, which takes about 30 minutes to reach downtown Panama City. The airport is also served by the Aeropuerto metro station, a shuttle branch of Line 2 that connects to the Corredor Sur station for transfers into the city, offering a reliable and affordable alternative. Car rentals are available at the airport for those wanting flexibility, though city driving can be challenging due to dense traffic and variable road conditions. Public buses (Metrobus) serve the wider metropolitan area but are not directly at the terminal and are less convenient for airport-to-city trips. Overall, taxis and ride-shares are the most popular choice for visitors heading to central Panama City.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Panama",
            "title": "Transport in Panama",
            "time_published": "2026-07-19T03:39:59Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tocumen_International_Airport",
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            "title": "Tocumen International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T21:47:15Z"
          },
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            "time_published": "2026-08-22T23:22:31Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rail_transport_in_Panama",
            "title": "Rail transport in Panama",
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            "time_published": "2026-09-01T17:40:02Z"
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      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Newark to Panama City is late September, when average fares bottom out around $328. Overall, the cheapest months are September (averaging $339), October ($343), and February ($363). The most expensive stretch is late December, with average fares around $461.",
        "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.",
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      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "For flights from Newark to Panama City, booking about 4 to 6 weeks ahead of departure generally gets you the best fares, averaging around $298. Fares stay near that low from roughly 25 to 55 days out, but they climb to $340+ if you book inside 10 days or more than 3 months ahead, so for summer or holiday travel you'll want to book at the earlier end of that window or a bit sooner to avoid the higher prices.",
        "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.",
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      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Yes, United Airlines operates nonstop red-eye flights from Newark to Panama City, with departures around 11:51 PM to 11:55 PM daily. These flights arrive the next morning.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
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      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "United Airlines operates nonstop flights from Newark to Panama City, with 28 weekly departures at various times throughout the day. The median fare for this nonstop service is around $923.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
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      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Newark and Panama City?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Atlanta, which offer frequent connections, efficient transfers, and keep total travel time competitive."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Panama City?",
        "answer": "January to April is the dry season with sunny days and lower humidity, plus fewer tourists than December holidays."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for bags. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days, but check for any vaccination requirements."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Panama City?",
        "answer": "Panama City has one main international airport, Tocumen International Airport, which serves all commercial flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Liberty Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Newark or Manhattan, the most popular and reliable way to reach Newark Liberty International Airport is via NJ Transit or Amtrak to the Newark Airport Rail Station, then the AirTrain monorail to your terminal, with combined fares around $17 from Midtown and about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. CoachUSA's Newark Airport Express bus runs from Port Authority Bus Terminal, taking roughly 50 minutes and costing about $23. Ride-share apps like Uber and Lyft pick up curbside at every terminal, taxis are available outside each terminal, and driving is straightforward with on-airport parking and a free cell phone lot for pickups.",
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            "time_published": "2026-02-04T20:44:03Z"
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            "url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/flight-search",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-12T23:01:24Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Panama City airport?",
        "answer": "Panama City Tocumen Airport does not have a directly connected hotel inside the terminal, but several nearby hotels offer free shuttle service for overnight stays. The Crowne Plaza Panama Airport is the closest at 0.3 miles away, followed by the Riande Aeropuerto Hotel & Casino at 1.1 miles and B&B Lodgings at 3.8 miles. Sleeping inside the terminal is possible since the airport is open 24 hours, though there are no dedicated rest zones and seating has armrests.",
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        "references": [
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            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/panama-city-airport-guide.htm",
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            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:41Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/casa/panamacity.htm",
            "title": "Panama City Airport Guide (PTY) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-13T20:27:32Z"
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            "url": "https://ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/gb/en/panama/pcyap/hoteldetail/directions",
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      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Tocumen Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Tocumen International Airport (PTY) offers currency exchange offices, prayer rooms or chapels, and free Wi‑Fi for travelers. Currency exchange services are available in the terminal, and the airport provides dedicated prayer rooms for passengers. Free Wi‑Fi is accessible throughout the terminal, allowing you to stay connected during your time at the airport.",
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            "title": "Tocumen International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T21:47:15Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-09-14T19:59:16Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-08-22T23:22:31Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-01-31T23:38:38Z"
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      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Newark and Panama City airports?",
        "answer": "At Newark Liberty International Airport, travelers with disabilities can arrange wheelchair services, guided assistance, and oxygen support through their airline, travel agent, or TSA Cares in advance, and the airport provides accessible restrooms and adult-sized changing tables in all terminals. Airport Customer Experience Specialists in red uniforms are stationed at information centers for on-site help, with live support available 24/7 by phone or video call. Tocumen International Airport in Panama City offers standard assistance through airlines. To ensure smooth travel on the Newark to Panama City route, request mobility assistance from your airline at least 48 hours before departure.",
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            "url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/explore-ewr/accessibility-services",
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            "url": "https://www.newarkairport.com/",
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            "time_published": "2026-02-04T20:44:03Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newark_Liberty_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-12T19:22:42Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "United operates the nonstop route from Newark to Panama City using Boeing 737-900 aircraft. No other carriers are listed for this route.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.",
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      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "United Airlines is the only carrier operating nonstop between Newark and Panama City, and it belongs to Star Alliance, so Star Alliance is the only alliance with a nonstop presence on this route. Other alliances like oneworld and SkyTeam can serve the route via connections, but no other alliance has a nonstop option from Newark.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Newark?",
        "answer": "When departing from Newark, the best lounge options are the American Admirals Club with complimentary food, drinks, a full-service bar, and Wi-Fi; the British Airways Lounge offering a premium space to eat, drink, and relax; the Delta Sky Club in Terminal A; and the Lufthansa Senator / Business Lounge in Terminal B, B3 Satellite, where Star Alliance Gold and Lufthansa Group members get invited into the Senator Lounge while others can purchase access subject to availability.",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "On flights from Newark to Panama City, Basic Economy tickets often exclude checked baggage. Standard economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry-on, while premium classes offer higher allowances. Always verify with your airline, as policies vary."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Newark to Panama City?",
        "answer": "Flights from Newark to Panama City usually provide Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is not common on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Same‑day change and standby rules depend on the airline and fare type; premium cabins and flexible tickets offer the most generous options, while basic economy typically does not."
      }
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